DeCelles, Ernest J.
Ernest J. DeCelles, , died 01/08/06 in his home. Ernest lived in Mansfield Twsp. NJ coming from Bridgewater, NJ and was born in Union, NJ on 1921.
Husband/Wife of: N/A
Son/Daughter of: late Pompeo and Maria Rose (Bracuti) DeCellis
Survived By: Son- Daniel and his wife Peggy DeCelles, Mansfield Twsp., NJ
Daughter- Dawn Brong, Pohatcong, NJ
4 Grandchildren- Jesse Freeman, Michael, Danny, and Leanna DeCelles
Occupation: Ernie worked in heavy construction as a mechanic, parts and salesman most recently as a dedicated employee with County Concrete, Kenvil, NJ.
Veteran Info: Served in US Army during WW II from 1942 - 1946 with Company "B" 263rd Engineer Combat Battalion in Europe. He finished his service with the rank of Master Sergeant. He was awarded the Purple Heart.
Additional Information: Ernie was a 1939 Union High School Graduate. He was an avid Yankee Fan. He played baseball and was a pitcher for the 1953 Smith Tractor Industrial League with an undefeated season. Ernie was a ballroom dancer enthusiast who enjoyed taking lessons and dancing at Giovanni's in Dover, NJ. He was a self taught harmonica player who entertained family and friends for many years. He will always be remembered by his many friends who knew and loved him as a kind, unselfish man who was socially outgoing, funny, and loving.
Visitation: Thursday, 01/12/06 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High St. Hackettstown, NJ, 07840
Services: To be held during the evening visitation.- Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High ST., Hackettstown, NJ 07840
In Lieu of Flowers: N/A
Interment: Private